Illyria Theatre Company presents Loving by Peter Manos and related community events

Illyria Theatre Company presents

Loving

by Peter Manos

Experience the love story that changed the course of America forever and celebrate love with a weekend full of community events!

This play tells the true story of Richard Loving, a white Virginia construction worker, and Mildred Jeter, an African American, who married in the 1950s. As a result of this couple, the ban on inter-racial marriage was deemed unconstitutional.

Join us for a Valentine's Day weekend full of community events!

Friday, February 15th

Friday, February 15th

7:00 PM

Loving, a play by Peter Manos - $15

8:15 PM

"Wine Down" Discussion & Public PledgeEnjoy a glass of wine and discuss the play's themes with the actors, audience, and partner organizations. Then make a public pledge to stand together to promote inclusivity, love, and support in the community of Farmville

9:00-10:00 PM

"Feel the Love" Dance Party - Admission included in price of show ticket! Dance the night away with family-friendly dance hits from the 1950's, 1960's and today!

Saturday, February 16th

10:00 AM

The Case for Loving: The fight for Interracial Marriage, a children's story - Free Admission!

Families are invited to share time with the Loving cast and hear a live reading of this children's book.